Senior Manager Bank Accounting - Hedging and Investments
Your Opportunity
Your opportunity
To ensure we fulfill our promise of “challenging the status quo,” this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have:
This highly visible people leadership role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to lead the team responsible for Schwab’s investments and hedge accounting activities, helping shape the accounting, control, and reporting framework for one of the most significant areas of Schwab’s balance sheet and a major driver of the Company’s revenue. The role partners closely with leaders across Treasury Capital Markets, Accounting Policy, Regulatory Reporting, SEC Reporting, technology teams, and external advisors, with direct exposure to complex securities, derivatives, funding, and hedge accounting activities. The position will also play an important role in the continued optimization of Schwab’s treasury platform supporting capital markets activity in securities and derivatives. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful work at scale, influence key accounting outcomes, and build, coach, and develop a strong team supporting critical business activities.
What you have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA strongly preferred; CFA or other relevant professional credential a plus.
8–10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with direct experience in securities, derivatives, hedge accounting, bank accounting, or treasury-related activities highly preferred.
Strong technical accounting foundation, sound judgment, and ability to apply complex accounting concepts in a practical, well-controlled operating environment.
Experience with operational accounting, treasury platforms, accounting systems, implementation efforts, testing, and project management in a high-volume environment.
Experience with Calypso Technology, or comparable treasury or capital markets platforms a plus.
Relevant bank, broker-dealer, financial services, capital markets, or treasury experience preferred.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze complex data and present insights clearly to a range of stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex accounting and business matters into concise, decision-useful messages.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, manage multiple priorities, take ownership of complex deliverables, and operate effectively in a dynamic, highly collaborative environment.
What you’ll do:
Serve as the accounting lead for derivatives and hedge accounting activities, including partnering with Accounting Policy on the application of technical accounting guidance to hedging strategies involving swaps, caps, floors, and other derivative products.
Oversee the accounting and control environment for available-for-sale and held-to-maturity securities, including close activities, analysis, reconciliations, and reporting support.
Partner with Treasury and liquidity teams on funding initiatives, including repurchase agreements, FHLB and Federal Reserve funding sources, and other balance sheet management activities.
Provide clear, well-supported responses to questions from SEC Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, Accounting Policy, senior leadership, and external auditors regarding derivatives, investments, funding activities, and related accounting conclusions.
Lead, coach, and develop the Investments and Hedge Accounting team, with responsibility for system implementation efforts, operational accounting support, SOX compliance, and month-end close execution.
Drive continuous improvement, process discipline, and cross-functional execution on strategic initiatives impacting Bank Accounting and Treasury-related activities.
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
What you are good at
What you have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA strongly preferred; CFA or other relevant professional credential a plus.
8–10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with direct experience in securities, derivatives, hedge accounting, bank accounting, or treasury-related activities highly preferred.
Strong technical accounting foundation, sound judgment, and ability to apply complex accounting concepts in a practical, well-controlled operating environment.
Experience with operational accounting, treasury platforms, accounting systems, implementation efforts, testing, and project management in a high-volume environment.
Experience with Calypso Technology, or comparable treasury or capital markets platforms a plus.
Relevant bank, broker-dealer, financial services, capital markets, or treasury experience preferred.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze complex data and present insights clearly to a range of stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex accounting and business matters into concise, decision-useful messages.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, manage multiple priorities, take ownership of complex deliverables, and operate effectively in a dynamic, highly collaborative environment.
What you’ll do:
Serve as the accounting lead for derivatives and hedge accounting activities, including partnering with Accounting Policy on the application of technical accounting guidance to hedging strategies involving swaps, caps, floors, and other derivative products.
Oversee the accounting and control environment for available-for-sale and held-to-maturity securities, including close activities, analysis, reconciliations, and reporting support.
Partner with Treasury and liquidity teams on funding initiatives, including repurchase agreements, FHLB and Federal Reserve funding sources, and other balance sheet management activities.
Provide clear, well-supported responses to questions from SEC Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, Accounting Policy, senior leadership, and external auditors regarding derivatives, investments, funding activities, and related accounting conclusions.
Lead, coach, and develop the Investments and Hedge Accounting team, with responsibility for system implementation efforts, operational accounting support, SOX compliance, and month-end close execution.
Drive continuous improvement, process discipline, and cross-functional execution on strategic initiatives impacting Bank Accounting and Treasury-related activities.
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.
Why Schwab?
At Schwab, “Own Your Tomorrow” embodies everything we do! We are committed to helping our employees unleash their potential and achieve their dreams. Our employees get to play a central role in disrupting a multi-trillion-dollar industry, creating a better, more modern way to build and manage wealth. We’re a modern financial services firm that stands apart from the industry, where you can go as far as your ambition takes you.
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